A Fraudulent Investment Scammer Disrupted!

by Thomas Alber | Dec 31, 2024 | For Peace Officers, For the Public, latest-news

We were able to take down a Fraudulent Investment Website today with the amazing assistance of Lawrence Wold Investigative Audit Supervisor CA Department of Justice! A small WIN for the Good Guys and ensuring that site will not victimize anyone else!...

**SCAM ALERT** DO NOT RESPOND TO THESE TEXTS!!

by Thomas Alber | Nov 14, 2024 | For the Public, latest-news

Do not respond to these texts or click on any links! Just Block and Delete! The post office will NEVER text you about undeliverable mail! they DONT HAVE YOUR PHONE NUMBER!#USCryptoCop

Tips On Blocking Scammers

by Thomas Alber | Nov 9, 2024 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, Knowledge Base

1) Apple (iPhone) Using the Phone App: Open the Phone app and go to Recents. Find the number you want to block and tap the i icon next to it. Scroll down and select Block this Caller. Confirm by tapping Block Contact. Using the Contacts App: Go to Contacts and find...

Crypto and Healthcare Fraud: How Digital Currencies Are Facilitating Medical Scams

by Thomas Alber | Oct 21, 2024 | Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news, Organized Crime

Cryptocurrencies have revolutionized various industries, offering new ways to transact and store value. However, alongside legitimate uses, digital currencies have become tools for criminal activities, particularly in healthcare fraud. The inherent qualities of...

How Crypto Scammers Exploit Social Engineering: The Art of Deception

by Thomas Alber | Oct 20, 2024 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news

Cryptocurrency, often hailed as a groundbreaking innovation in finance, has brought new opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit unsuspecting victims. One of the most prevalent methods used by scammers is social engineering—a technique involving psychological...

When Crypto Meets KYC: Why Know Your Customer Policies are Critical in Preventing Crime

by Thomas Alber | Oct 19, 2024 | Banking, Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news

The emergence of cryptocurrency has revolutionized the financial landscape, providing unprecedented freedom for users to transfer value across borders with minimal friction. While this innovation offers many benefits, it has also become an attractive tool for...